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Introduction to Environmental science

Tackle climate change, reduce pollution, and conserve threatened species. Join the ranks of environmental scientists who dedicate themselves to making a difference. With an environmental science qualification, you can play a crucial role solving today’s environmental challenges.

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University of South Australia

UndergraduateUSA-CIVE2015

Construction Environmental Science

University of New England

UndergraduateUNE-GEOL110

Our Blue Planet

Murdoch University

PostgraduateMUR-PEN597

Climate Change Science and Policy

Discover 75 ways to study environmental science with leading Australian universities.

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Environmental science study FAQs

  • Studying an environmental science course prepares you to protect, restore, and rehabilitate the environment.

    Studying online means that you can build your skills at a pace that suits you—perhaps fitting in your study around your work.

  • Unlike when you study through a traditional university, you can enrol you in most of the undergraduate subjects available through our website instantly. Enrol in the subjects you’re interested in, and as soon as your study materials arrive, you can start learning online.

    As you start completing your subjects, you’ll eventually need to apply to your uni to formally enter your degree. Enrolling in subjects is a great way of becoming eligible and applying successfully. Check out the Registering in this degree section on the degree page you're interested in for more information.

    Postgraduate subjects are different. Most of them are restricted, meaning you’ll have to apply for entry and be accepted before you can start studying online. You’ll find information about the application process on the postgraduate degree page that you’re interested in.

    Enrolling is easy. You can enrol online or over the phone with a student advisor.

  • Before starting an enrolment, it’s important to read the entry requirements for your chosen course to ensure that you’re eligible to apply. If you don’t quite meet the requirements, we can help you find a pathway into your course through open-entry subjects, which anyone can study. Chat with us to find out more.

  • There are a lot of reasons to study your course online through us.

    • You can enrol without entry requirements 
      We have a unique open-door policy that makes it possible for everyone to enrol in university study, no matter their academic history. If you don’t meet the entry requirements for a degree, we’ll help you get in through single undergraduate subjects and transition into a qualification from there.
    • You have total control over how you study
      Upskill without committing to a whole degree upfront. Or enrol in a full degree, but take it a subject at a time. We’ll introduce you to flexible study options you didn’t even know about, so you can fit uni around what matters to you.
    • You’ll graduate with the same qualification as an on-campus student
      Once you enrol through us, you’ll study online with the university that provides your degree. This means that when you complete your qualification, you’ll graduate with the same degree as on-campus students.
    • We’ll help you navigate the university world
      Our friendly student advisors will be your guide every step of the enrolment journey. They'll help you compare universities, choose a course, provide documentation and understand your finance options.

Why study environmental science online?

Studying an environmental science course prepares you to protect, restore, and rehabilitate the environment.

Put your knowledge of biology and chemistry under the microscope, and examine science through the lens of biodiversity, conservation, and spatial ecology.

Environmental science highlights

  • Explore the connection between science and policymaking.
  • Access world leading experts in climate change science.
  • Take up placement opportunities within relevant organisations.

Environmental science specialisations

  • Human-caused climate change.
  • River basin and catchment protection.
  • Marine and Antarctic science.

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